Adnan Syed's Right To A Fair Trial

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Undoubtedly, Adnan Syed’s right to a fair trial was denied because of the lack of evidence presented to the authorities. In “The Alabi”, Adnan Syed was accused of the murder of Hae Min Lee. This accusation was established primarily through Jay. Although witnesses can provide useful information in a case, hard evidence is also needed in serious accusations. A trial that acquires evidence primarily through witnesses can be inconsistent and lead to injustice. Justice can be maintained with a balance of witness testimonies and reliable evidence. In society, fair trials are needed for separating the guilty from the innocent and protecting against injustice, which could be done with irrefutable evidence.
The evidence presented throughout Adnan Syed’s

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